panniers to fit 961

I have got some Krauser plastic rectangular pannier frames and panniers which I will be fitting to my 961, using top shock mounts, pillion footrests, and the link bar to connect two frames at top rear, under the mudguard. It is looking pretty straightforward so far.
I will report as I progress.

My soft givi motocross style paniers worked for me,the rear indicators acted like panier rails , bungee straps up & over taking the weight of them.
Downside was getting them on & off every day, Secure hard luggage is way to go, “ Watkins Glen “ race track in Up New York State in the back ground

link to top of shock: I was looking for a short pieces of flat bar at Kempton jumble on Saturday and got pair of ‘50’s Dominator exhaust brackets, which had two holes already, and almost exact thickness to slot into plastic frames!

Hi
I am considering the purchase of a s/h 961 now that prices are likely to drop. However I need a bike suitable for two up touring.

Which model 961 would be most suitable for touring, considering the mods required? (Cf, Sport, ...)?
Is it possible to convert the single seat into a dual seat? I would like to junk the fastback tail, adding a proper mudguard and full size dual seat.
Are panniers and a model specific rack available?
Will long mufflers (e.g., those fitted to the California model) clear medium size panniers? I don't want exhaust gases to pollute the panniers!

Sport , Dual Seat version must be the obvious answer ? The California would be best with the higher bars probably . And if you are truly going to be two-up then the stiff rear suspension should be about right for you. The long mufflers may be a problem for some bags .

Well one thing is for certain... you do NOT want a cafe racer for touring...!

The Sport riding position was perfect I thought. The Cali looks more comfortable, but the ‘sit up and beg’ riding position will make you catch more wind, so it really depends on your intended touring speed.

It is not advisable to buy a single seat bike and convert it as the dual seat bikes had strengthened sub frames, so even if you wish to change the seat etc, you should start with a dual seat bike.